Materials Planner

Description

Job title:

Materials Planner

Job location:

Basildon

Salary:

41,900+

( 20.68ph)

Hours per week:

39

Duration:

Permanent

Start date:

End of August

Client Summary:

A leading, well recognised global manufacturer of Agricultural machinery

Key Duties:

Manage a dedicated portfolio of internal and external suppliers, taking ownership of a

defined catalogue of material and part numbers.

Liaise and manage our supply base ensuring good lines of communication are

developed and maintained to provide continuity of supply

Monitor material requirements generated from customer tractor orders, ensuring all

required parts are delivered to site in line with production schedules.

Handle daily component shortages for MBU activities ensuring prompt delivery of

scheduled material requirements.

Liaise with suppliers on a daily basis to obtain delivery commitments and proactively

follow up on outstanding orders.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure parts are

prioritised and delivered on time.

Communicate effectively with internal departments including Production, Quality,

Warehouse and Manufacturing to resolve material-related queries.

Investigate and escalate potential supply issues, working with suppliers and internal

stakeholders to minimise disruption to production.

Maintain accurate records and update planning information within the company's

ERP/MRP system.

Engage appropriate transport methods to meet delivery deadlines

Track supplier performance and provide regular updates on delivery status and any

potential risks.

Look continuously for opportunities to improve. Propose and implement solutions in

order to guarantee deliveries on time, without extra transportation cost and reducing our

inventory.

Prepare analytical reports when required

Respond promptly to material shortages, missing parts or delivery concerns to support

uninterrupted production.

Occasionally visit the shop floor to investigate material issues, locate missing parts and

work collaboratively with operational teams to resolve problems.

Ensure all administrative tasks relating to material planning and supplier

communication are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.

Person Profile/Experience:

Previous experience in a Materials Planner, Supply Planner, Production Planner or

Inventory Planner role.

Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

Strong understanding of MRP/ERP planning systems.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships

internally and externally.

Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications:

Driving Licence

Contact Information: James Bell

Email: (url removed)

Ad ID: 5418715402